Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03) spoke on the House floor in support of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), the legislation that sets the budget and policy for the Department of Defense (DOD).

Banks said “As the most recently deployed veteran serving in Congress, serving in Afghanistan just two years ago, I know the national security challenges facing our country first hand. While these challenges are not easily solved, this legislation represents a significant step forward".

Working together with colleagues on both sides of the aisle, the Armed Services Committee has crafted a bill focused on rebuilding and reforming the Department of Defense.